FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Chris Nordstrum
(415) 601-1992
September 17, 2019
Senate Democratic Caucus Mourns the Death of Senator Carlos Cisneros
(SANTA FE) The New Mexico Senate Democratic Caucus is deeply saddened to report the sudden passing of Senator Carlos Cisneros. Serving New Mexico since 1985, Senator Cisneros was the most senior democratic member of the senate and served as Chair of the Revenue Stabilization & Tax Policy Committee, and Vice Chair of the Senate Finance Committee.
“This is a tremendous shock for the caucus. The loss of Senator Cisneros will leave a hole in the senate that will not be easily filled. He was an invaluable member who had a tremendous grasp of New Mexico’s finances, and his institutional knowledge will be difficult to replace. My heart goes out to his family and the constituents he served.” – Senate President Pro Tem Mary Kay Papen
“The entire New Mexico Senate mourns the death of Senator Carlos Cisneros. He was a champion for northern New Mexico who loved serving our state. He will be greatly missed.” – Senate Majority Leader Peter Wirth
Senator Cisneros represented the 6th District, which includes the counties of Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos. Services pending.